Umkomaas Travel Guide

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  • Our transportation
      Our transportation
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      Our accommodation
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  • Hammerhead Sharks on Aliwal Shoal
      Hammerhead Sharks on Aliwal Shoal
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  • Dolphins during the sardine run
      Dolphins during the sardine run
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  • Along the Umkomaas river - for the next launch
      Along the Umkomaas river - for the next...
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The greatest shoal on earth

The greatest shoal on earth, Umkomaas

 MikeAtSea Says:  Ever year during the winter month of July millions of sardines swim along the East Coast of South Africa following the cold currents from the South. Besides the millions of sardines, hundreds and thousands of sharks, dolphines, whales, seals and birds enjoy a feeding franzy... 

Hotels  

Duma Manzi Private Game Reserve - River Lodge: Duma Manzi Private Game Reserve

Duma Manzi Private Game Reserve - River Lodge: Duma Manzi Private Game Reserve, Umkomaas

 kzngirl Says:  The main camp has four cabins on either side of a communal lounge area. The architecture is wonderfully sympathetic to your natural surroundings and makes the most of the glorious river view. Each cabin has a main entrance, a balcony with two chairs and a table overlooking... 

LaLa Manzi Inn: Umkomaas Premier Accommodation

LaLa Manzi Inn: Umkomaas Premier Accommodation, Umkomaas

 MikeAtSea Says:  LaLa Manzi Inn is situated right in the heart of Umkomaas and is the main accommodation establishment in the town. Catering for all types - from Budget Rooms to more upmarket en-suite rooms one can find everything here. The hotel overlooks the Indian Ocean, offers a... 

Restaurants  

Duma Manzi River Lodge: Excellent food

Duma Manzi River Lodge: Excellent food, Umkomaas

 kzngirl Says:  We were able to try a varied assortment of meals at Duma Manzi. Before our arrival we were asked to provide a list of any food allergies or anything we needed to avoid. Being six months pregnant, I had a list of note! We had our own chef personally tailor each meal to our... 

Sports & Outdoors  

Oceans Alive Diving

Oceans Alive Diving, Umkomaas

 MikeAtSea Says:  If you are interested in going diving to one of the most spectacular dive sites on earth – Aliwal Shoal, you truly only have one choice when visiting Umkomaas or Scottburgh. Oceans Alive Dive Charter situated right next to the Lalamanzi Inn offers daily trips to the shoal.... 

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Map of the Region

Map of the Region, Umkomaas

 MikeAtSea Says:  For easier orientation find enclosed a map of the area South of Durban. Easy access to the town is via the N2 highway which runs parallel to the coastline. 

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 For easier orientation find enclosed a map of the area South of Durban. Easy access to the town is via the N2 highway which runs parallel to the coastline. 

 

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Umkomaas - Gateway to Aliwal Shoal

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 The town of Umkomaas, situated on a hillside crowning the river's southern bank, enjoys spectacular seaviews. It became a premier holiday destination as the 20th century unfolded and today attracts...... 

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Duma Manzi Private Game Reserve

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 Duma Manzi is stunning. My husband and I booked in for one night's luxury accommodation and were not disappointed. The accommodation, food and treatment from the staff was five star and we couldn't...... 

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